Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has blasted his players after a humiliating 3-0 loss to Brighton, calling the performance unacceptable.
Chelsea suffered a heavy Premier League defeat at the Amex Stadium as Brighton outplayed them from start to finish. The Blues failed to register a shot on target until late in the first half and looked weak in defence throughout the match.
The loss marks Chelsea’s fifth straight defeat without scoring, their worst run in more than a century. Supporters voiced frustration during the game, with angry chants directed at the team and coaching staff.
After the match, Rosenior did not hold back. He said the display was “indefensible” and criticised the squad’s lack of intensity, courage, desire and professionalism. The Chelsea boss added that tactics were not the issue, insisting basic effort and winning duels were missing.
Rosenior said both he and the players must “look in the mirror” ahead of a crucial FA Cup semi-final clash against Leeds. He also denied losing the dressing room, but admitted the current run has created serious doubts around the club.
Chelsea’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League are fading fast. They now sit seven points behind fifth-placed Liverpool and have played a game more.
Pressure is now growing on Rosenior, with Sunday’s Wembley showdown likely to shape the mood around Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea must respond quickly or risk ending the season in complete disappointment.